2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZT would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZT. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 550 | ZT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
